In the fourth year of Hijrah, whom did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) marry?

Explanation

Hazrat Umm Salama (R.A), whose original name was Hind bint Abi Umayya, was a widow of Hazrat Abu Salama (R.A) who had died from wounds sustained in the Battle of Uhud. The Prophet (PBUH) married her in Shawwal 4 AH to provide care and support for her and her orphaned children. She was known for her wisdom, piety, and deep knowledge of Islamic teachings, and she narrated numerous hadiths. Her marriage reflects the Prophet's compassion toward widows and his practice of strengthening bonds within the Muslim community.

Good to know

Hazrat Umm Salama (R.A) was among the early converts to Islam and had migrated to Abyssinia with her first husband. After her marriage to the Prophet (PBUH), she became one of the Mothers of the Believers (Ummahat-ul-Momineen). She lived a long life and passed away around 62 AH at the age of approximately 84, making her one of the last wives of the Prophet (PBUH) to pass away. She is particularly remembered for her wise counsel during the Treaty of Hudaibiya when she advised the Prophet (PBUH) on how to handle the companions' reluctance.

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